The vibrant Karnataka folk dance, Dollu Kunitha, is shedding its “masculine” conception and going the feminine way, with school girls dancing to the rhythm of the ‘Dollu’, an instrument resembling a ...

An electric folk dance form, Dollu refers to the drum and Kunitha means dance in Kannada. Originally this was a very popular entertainment for village folks, in the days when television did not exist.

In different parts of India where Gudi Padwa is celebrated, you will find various folk dances that are performed during this time. These dances are not only entertaining but also tell stories, ...